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Cenear بینچ by Christine Xiang

Cenear بینچ by Christine Xiang is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award چاندی دا انعام in فرنیچر ڈیزائن Competition Category.


چاندیفرنیچر· 2024

Cenear بینچ

by Christine Xiang

Client: Cenire

A' Design Award چاندی دا انعام Winner in فرنیچر Category

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The Design

About Cenear بینچ

سینیئر بینچ چائے دے باغاں دے خوبصورت گھماؤآں تے بھرپور ورثے توں متاثر ہے، جیہڑا معاصر چینی فرنیچر دے عناصر کوں تاریخی ثقافت دی تعظیم نال بلاتعطل ضم کردا ہے۔ کھلی گفتگو کوں فروغ دین لئی تیار کیتا گیا، اے لکڑی دے فریم نال لگا ہویا نرم کشن والا نشست رکھدا ہے، جیہڑا لچکدار آرام لئی دو مختلف رنگاں دے شکلاں والے کشناں نال آندا ہے۔ ایہ بینچ جدید ورتن والے دی ذاتی نشست دیاں ترتیباں دی چاہت کوں پورا کردا ہے، جیندے وچ مڑے ہوئے حصے تے سہارا دین والیاں پشتیاں ہن جیہڑیاں آرام دہ تے دلچسپ گفتگو کوں حوصلہ دیندیاں ہن۔

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award چاندی دا انعام

Cenear بینچ A' Design Award چاندی دا انعام دا جتݨ والا ہے، غیر معمولی حد تئیں معزز پچھاݨ جیڑھی اعلیٰ ترین درجے دے، شاندار تے متاثر کرݨ والے ڈیزائناں کوں ݙتی ویندی ہے۔ چاندی دے جتݨ والے بہوں روشن تے انتہائی تخلیقی کم ہن، جیڑھے اپݨے ڈیزائنراں دی شاندار مہارت، صلاحیت تے ذہانت کوں ظاہر کریندے ہن۔ Cenear بینچ کنوں امید کیتی ویندی ہے جو او ہک شاندار نمائشی کم ہوسی، قابل ذکر حد تئیں پیشہ ورانہ تے گہری جدت والا۔ ایہ ڈیزائن جنہاں A' Design Award چاندی دا انعام جتیا ہے، ہک انتہائی قابل ذکر، سراہی ہوئی ایجاد ہے جیڑھی فائدہ ݙیندی ہے تے فن، سائنس، ڈیزائن تے ٹیکنالوجی دیاں حداں ودھیندی ہے۔ Cenear بینچ ہک ایجھی تخلیق ہے جنہاں تے ڈھیر لوک حسد کریندے ہن، جیڑھی خواہشاں جگیندی ہے، مثبت جذبے آݨیندی ہے تے حیرت تے تعجب دی چنگاری بالیندی ہے۔

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The Cenear Bench has been designed to encourage conversation among users. Its defining feature is the implementation of two differently shaped cushions attached to the wooden frame, providing options for individualized seating preferences. This interactive design adds functionality and playfulness to the bench, distinguishing it from other seating options. Moreover, this bench is ideal for both indoor and outdoor settings, making it versatile across various environments.
Dimensions & Packaging
203cm Width x 86cm Depth x 84cm Height
Tags
Cenear, Bench, Furniture, Wood, Indoor Furniture, Seating, Design Concept, Outdoor Furniture
Production Technology
The final prototype was made of black walnut. In addition to using a CNC machine to shape the curvature, the wood frame was further hand-sanded for a smooth texture. The upholstery utilized foam cushions sewn with Microsuede fabric, providing a nice contrast.
Design Challenge
In crafting the Cenear Bench, designers faced the challenge of harmonizing comfort with cushions of various shapes. They undertook surveys and interviews with users to discern their requirements, leading to the incorporation of two differently colored shaped cushions affixed to the black walnut wood frame. The bench's elegant, contemporary design appeals to a wide range of users, providing stability, harmony, and an interactive feature that can enhance the comfort of all users.
Research
After conducting a series of surveys, in-depth interviews, and design research, alongside 1-to-1 scale mockups, it became evident that contemporary users have distinct preferences for seating arrangements tailored to different activities. In response, the Cenear Bench was developed to facilitate casual conversation while offering a distinctive and inviting user experience. With its curved seating sections and supportive backrest, it encourages users to engage comfortably in conversation. This research-driven approach sets the Cenear Bench apart from others.
Inspiration
The tea garden, with its curves and evocative history, served as the initial inspiration for the Cenear Bench. The goal was to blend modern Chinese furniture concepts with a tribute to historical Chinese culture. This inspired the incorporation of ancient tea garden curvature into the design of the back support. This created a unique, modern bench that also evokes the past.
Project Duration
The project began in September 2018 in Pasadena, California, and was exhibited at ICFF in May 2019. The Cenear Bench, in its current form, has undergone several design changes since 2018 and was finalized in 2023.
Operation Flow
The Cenear Bench is designed to create a welcoming space for two people to openly communicate. The soft cushion seat is attached to the wooden bench. Two differently colored shaped cushions allow users to sit in various postures and still feel comfortable. This innovative sectional seating transforms the bench into a relaxed and open conversation seating experience. The interaction between the user and the bench creates a more interactive and warm atmosphere with the curvature of the seating.
Patents
Copyrights belong to Christine Xiang, 2018.
Team Members
Christine Xiang
Image Credits
All Image: Photographer Yugong Luo, 2018.
All Image: Art Direct Christine Xiang, 2018.

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